Audiovisual Designer at GHD in Chantilly, Virginia

Job Description:

Job Description



Help us build the future and we'll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.


Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we'll provide you unlimited space to grow.


Who are we looking for?


We are looking for an Audiovisual System Designer to join our technology design and consulting team based in Chantilly, VA. In this role you will be involved in client consulting, system design and construction administration services for small and large-scale projects for corporate, higher education, and/or government entities.


In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.


We're seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change


Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Conducting site surveys and gather customer requirements
• Producing design and engineering documents, including engineering drawings and specifications
• Coordinating system layout and drawings with other disciplines such as mechanical, electrical and architectural
• Driving quality and consistency by following AV design best practices
• Reviewing contractor RFIs and submittals
• Inspecting contractor's work in progress and at project completion
• Witnessing commissioning of audiovisual systems
• Supporting Sales with engineering estimates in terms of Design, resources needed, schedule, etc.
• Performing work on multiple concurrent projects within the budgeted cost and to the satisfaction of clients

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, skills, knowledge, abilities and experience
• Current CTS Certification, CTS-D and/or CTS-I a plus
• Certifications for manufacturers including Crestron, Extron, QSC, and Biamp a plus.
• Minimum three years of experience designing Audiovisual systems; this may include: video, audio, control, video over IP, audio teleconferencing, video teleconferencing systems, and networking
• Product experience with all major AV system manufacturers including Creston, Extron, QSC, Biamp, Vaddio, Cisco, and HP/Poly
• Understanding of supportive infrastructure for these systems, cabling, conduit, terminations, head end and distributive equipment
• Experience with EASE and other acoustical modeling software a plus
• Federal work experience desirable
• Be able and willing to travel to client locations and job sites in the Washington DC metro area and more distant locations as required (short term travel)

If you're interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit an application!


As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.


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About Us



Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.
That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come. Apply Now